Maintenance-Free Batteries; Cooling System - Dodge RAM 1500 Owner's Manual

CAUTION!
See your authorized dealer, as damage to the exhaust
system could occur soon with continued operation.

Maintenance-Free Batteries

Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
The top of the maintenance-free battery is permanently
sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic
maintenance required.
CAUTION!
It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to the
negative post. Battery posts are marked (+) positive
and negative (-) and are identified on the battery
case. Also, if a "fast charger" is used while the battery
is in vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables
before connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a "fast charger" to provide starting voltage.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con-
tain lead and lead compounds. Always wash hands
after handling the battery.

Cooling System

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
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